What Is the Most Important Factor That Determines the Thickness

question 126

Multiple Choice

What is the most important factor that determines the thickness, and therefore strength, of the lithosphere?

• A) pressure
• B) composition
• C) internal temperature
• D) distance of planet from Sun

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